Government Ends Energy Bill Rebate Scheme
Treasurer Jim Chalmers confirms the £7bn energy rebate programme will not be extended into 2026, marking an end to direct bill relief. Discover the government's next steps for cost of living support.
Category : Search result: Public Accountability Bill
Quebec bans public prayer in new secularism law
Quebec intensifies its secularism laws with Bill 9, banning public prayer and religious symbols. Critics argue it disproportionately targets Muslims. Discover the full implications.
Candice Warner on suicide thoughts after scandal
Candice Warner opens up about contemplating suicide following public humiliation from her 2007 incident with Sonny Bill Williams. Read her powerful story of survival.
Assisted Dying Bill Could Spark NHS Exodus
A leading KC warns the assisted dying Bill offers no legal protection for objecting GPs, risking an NHS staff exodus. Read the full legal analysis and its implications.
Bereaved families demand Johnson lose ex-PM perks
Families bereaved by Covid demand Boris Johnson lose his ex-PM privileges and public funds, vowing legal action after a damning inquiry report found his delays cost lives.
Trump signs bill to release Epstein files
Donald Trump has signed a bill authorising the release of Jeffrey Epstein-related documents. He claims Epstein was a 'Democrat problem'. Read the full story.
NHS Fife boss retires amid discrimination scandal
NHS Fife CEO Carol Potter steps down with praise and early retirement package despite a tribunal case over female staff rights. Discover the full story behind this public sector controversy.
Australian Public Service Wages Jump 3.4%
New data reveals Australian public servants are enjoying their fastest wage growth in 15 years, outstripping private sector increases and raising questions about economic fairness.
Met Police officers refuse ID in plain-clothes stop
A London man's viral video reveals Metropolitan Police officers refusing to identify themselves during a stop, raising serious questions about police accountability and public rights.
Labour workers rights bill could cost NHS billions
Exclusive Treasury assessment warns Keir Starmer's New Deal for Workers may unleash financial chaos across public sector, with NHS, police and fire services facing unsustainable costs from enhanced employment rights.
Bayoh family condemns police federation's inquiry stance
The family of Sheku Bayoh has launched a scathing attack on the Scottish Police Federation, accusing them of attempting to undermine a landmark public inquiry into his death in police custody.
Starmer faces backlash over delayed Hillsborough law
Labour leader Keir Starmer confronts mounting pressure over stalled Hillsborough law legislation as victims' families accuse government of broken promises. Exclusive analysis reveals the political battle unfolding behind the scenes.
Republican Bill Would Criminalise Insulting Former Presidents
California Republican Bill Essayli proposes groundbreaking bill making it illegal to publicly insult former presidents, sparking immediate controversy and free speech debates.
Government Courts Bill Sparks Protest Rights Backlash
Ministers accused of 'draconian' power grab as new legislation threatens to criminalise peaceful protests and grant sweeping powers to restrict demonstrations across England and Wales.
De Blasio partners with socialist for social worker programme
Ex-New York City mayor Bill de Blasio joins forces with state assemblyman Zohran Mamdani to create groundbreaking mental health response teams, aiming to transform emergency services and reduce police involvement in mental health crises.
MPs and police chiefs launch Truth Matters campaign
Senior politicians and police leaders launch groundbreaking campaign demanding truth and transparency from public officials, with new measures to combat lying in politics.
Government facing major financial risks, warns watchdog
The National Audit Office head Gareth Davies reveals serious concerns about government financial management and accountability in exclusive interview with David Lammy.
Sheku Bayoh Inquiry Chair Resigns Amid Sabotage Claims
The chair of the Sheku Bayoh inquiry resigns unexpectedly as the family accuses Police Scotland of deliberately sabotaging the investigation into his 2015 death in custody.
Police Commissioner's helicopter scandal sparks apology
Victoria Police Commissioner Mike Bush faces mounting criticism after using a police helicopter for personal transport, prompting a formal apology amid growing accountability concerns.
Boris Johnson's dramatic Covid inquiry performance
Former PM Boris Johnson displayed a mix of frustration and theatrical exasperation during his latest Covid inquiry appearance, raising eyebrows with his dramatic responses to tough questioning about his government's pandemic handling.
MP warns Hillsborough Law could create 'slippery slope'
Labour MP Ian Byrne raises urgent concerns about the proposed Hillsborough Law, warning it could set a dangerous precedent for future tragedy responses while honouring victims' legacy.
Queensland rewrites FOI laws after automated request deluge
The Queensland government is implementing sweeping changes to its Freedom of Information framework after being overwhelmed by automated requests, sparking debate about digital transparency versus bureaucratic sustainability.
Philippines Fury Over Missing Flood Defence Billions
Massive public outrage grips the Philippines as a corruption scandal reveals billions of pesos missing from vital flood control projects, leaving communities vulnerable to climate disasters while officials allegedly profited.
LA Metro CEO's Secret Settlement Package Revealed
Exclusive investigation reveals how Los Angeles Metro CEO Fesia Davenport received a substantial settlement package to quietly exit her role, raising serious questions about transparency and accountability in public transportation leadership.
Reeves: £30bn asylum black hole in Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves exposes massive financial shortfall in asylum system, revealing £6.2 billion annual costs and warning of tough spending decisions ahead.
Optus Among Companies Paying Zero Tax Despite Billions
Shocking analysis reveals how major corporations including Optus, EnergyAustralia and Chevron legally paid zero income tax despite earning billions in revenue across Australia.
Corporate middlemen mask Australian fossil fuel profits
A groundbreaking report exposes how complex corporate structures are masking the real beneficiaries of Australia's lucrative fossil fuel industry, raising concerns about accountability and transparency.
UK's environmental justice under threat from convention exit
Environmental campaigners face a critical threat as the UK government considers abandoning the Aarhus Convention, a landmark agreement that guarantees public access to environmental justice and government accountability.
Tearful woman confronts Jim Chalmers over economic hardship
An emotional confrontation unfolded as a tearful woman interrupted Treasurer Jim Chalmers' media briefing, delivering a raw account of financial struggle that left officials stunned.
Glasgow University accused over student graduation day death
Glasgow University accused of systemic failures in supporting a vulnerable student who took his own life hours before his graduation ceremony, as parents demand accountability.
Page 1 of 4